Alcohol And Other Drugs (Aod) Caseworker

Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Caseworker

Location : Auckland

Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Caseworker

Reports to : Operations Manager

About the Business

Epsom Lodge is an 84 bed Supportive Accommodation provider.

Tangata are supported in their transitions from homelessness to sustainable housing options.

Support comes in the form of full board, casework, counselling, and referral to outside agencies as needed.

Tangata are referred for support from a variety of services including but not limited to WINZ, Public Prison Service, lawyers, health providers, other social service agencies as well as self-referral.

Prior to entry Tangata undergo a comprehensive assessment process that determines their pathway of support.

Epsom Lodge has a contract with the AODTC to provide focused support for Tangata in their programme that includes provision of an on site pre and post treatment group as well as intensive case work and support.

About the Role

Provision of casework and specialised AOD interventions through group work and one to one interventions, including assessment and case planning for individuals experiencing difficulties in relation to their recovery from substance dependence and for those experiencing co-existing problems of addiction and mental health.

What will your responsibilities be

Develop and deliver specialised AOD interventions through group and one to one intervention.

Facilitate comprehensive assessment and on-going planning with an allocated number of tangata.

Facilitate the assessment admission and discharge of tangata as required.

Ensure that each tangata within an allocated caseload has a recovery / transition plan.

Work with each tangata within an allocated caseload towards the achievement of goals including transition to the community.

Liaise with referral agencies, peers, medical staff, regarding tangata's health status and needs.

Identify appropriate services to meet tangata's needs.

Initiate tangata referral to appropriate settings / services on completion of assessment.

Act with or on behalf of tangata with outside agencies (e.g., WINZ, Housing NZ).

Maintain a high level of professional practice recognising the dignity, individuality of tangata in terms of personal contact and handling of tangata issues.

Work with each tangata towards the engagement and involvement of partners and whanau in their recovery journey as appropriate.

Provide support for residents for up to 12 weeks after discharge from Epsom Lodge including community visits and phone calls.

Our ideal candidate will have

Degree in Addictions is desirable or Level 7 or higher in similar AOD / Mental Health / Social Work / Counselling.

DAPAANZ registration preferred or other equivalent professional registration.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, sharing information, ideas and effective practices while maintaining tangata and service privacy, and confidentiality.

Commitment to continuing professional development relevant to Alcohol and Drug studies.

Relevant experience in working with people with addictions, individually and in groups.

Commitment to quality improvement processes.

Organised, innovative, responsive, and flexible.

Good physical health and well-being.

Values based, strengths and outcomes focused.

Understanding of, respect for, and the ability to work within the Salvation Army's mission, principles, and Christian ethos.

Tact, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Sense of humour.

Full driver's license.

Our offer to you

An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July.

Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing.

Subsidised flu vaccinations.

Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross.

TSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7.

Candidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society'.

This role is

permanent part time

and

hours worked will be 32 hours per week across four days

The starting hourly rate for this role will fall between

$32 and $49 gross per hour

The Salvation Army is a proud equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.

The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider.

It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus.

The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.

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